The flight distance from Wanaka Airport (WKA) in Wanaka Airport, New Zealand to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 12,322 kilometers (7,657 miles / 6,654 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:17 in Wanaka Airport, it's 10:17 in Richmond. With a 21-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,128 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Wanaka Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Wanaka Airport (WKA) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Wanaka Airport (WKA) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.